Sandblast Worker (Metal Products)
さんどぶらすとこう（きんぞくせいひん）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that involves blasting abrasives such as sand onto the surface of metal products at high speed to remove rust and old paint films, adjust surface roughness, and perform pre-treatment for painting and plating.
Description
Sandblast Workers (Metal Products) use compressed air to high-speed blast abrasives such as sand or garnet onto metal parts and structures for surface treatment. Main tasks include removing rust, old paint films, and scale; controlling surface roughness; and improving adhesion for painting and plating. Work is performed inside booths in factories, requiring the use of protective gear for dust and noise control, management of ventilation systems, and strict safety management. They also handle machine inspections and maintenance, abrasive selection, waste disposal, and quality control perspectives. With experience, career paths open in process management, quality control, and equipment maintenance.
Future Outlook
While automation and labor reduction are progressing in the manufacturing industry as a whole, demand for high-quality surface treatment of special parts and small-lot products remains stable, and skills in dust control technology and compliance with environmental regulations are increasingly valued.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / Indoor Work / Shift Work / Standing Work / Team Work
Career Path
Sandblast Operator → Group Leader → Process Management → Quality Control → Production Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Abrasive Selection / Compressed Air Equipment Management / Safety Management (Dust Control and Ventilation Management) / Sandblast Machine Operation / Use of Protective Gear
Recommended Skills
Equipment Maintenance / Metal Materials Science / Painting and Plating Pre-Treatment / Surface Roughness Measurement
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even small irregularities affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required due to operating the hose for long periods. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work procedures and processes are standardized. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because daily work is routine. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex calculations are not required. |
| Planning & Organization | Because processes and work procedures are predetermined. |
Aliases
- Blast Worker
- Sandblast Operator
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